Suzanne Knight

Suzanne Knight

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Toronto, Ontario

Future Of Work Leader | AI Driven Success | Innovation & Transformation Expert

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Suzanne Knight

Future of Retail: AI, AR, and Automation (Keynote by Suzanne Knight for @chosunbiz)

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How to Juggle 10 Balls at the Same Time: Mastering Life's Chaos | Suzanne Knight | TEDxEtobicoke

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"Never Waste a Good Crisis" | 2024 Alumni Business Breakfast Keynote with Suzanne Knight ('07)

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Keynote: Embracing Agility in your Personal and Professional Life

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How to Embrace Agility in your Personal and Professional Life - Keynote Speech by Suzanne Knight

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Never Waste a Good Crisis: Keynote by Suzanne Knight for Acadia University

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Suzanne Knight

Speak Your Mind Unapologetically

Leading Through Change: Real Talk & Lessons From Those Who’ve Been There (with Suzanne Knight)
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Uniphore Technologies

Understanding Your Customer’s Journey: Suzanne Knight: Conversations That Matter
Suzanne Knight

Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast

Leading Through Change: Real Talk & Lessons From Those Who’ve Been There (with Suzanne Knight)
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Medium
Innovation Vs. Bureaucracy: Suzanne Knight of Mbolden On Strategies for Fostering Innovation Inside Big Business
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Chosunbiz E.
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Innovation Vs. Bureaucracy: Suzanne Knight of Mbolden On Strategies for Fostering Innovation Inside Big Business
Suzanne Knight, MBA, MA is an award-winning expert on transformational change and the future of work. CEO and founder of mBolden human...
Suzanne Knight
I Offered My Home to Displaced Ukrainians and Walmart Canada Is Helping, Too
By Suzanne Knight, Walmart Canada Vice President, Transformation Services Everything became real the moment I saw their faces. It was a...
Suzanne Knight
The Dmz's Women Founders Summit, in Partnership With the Firehood, Awards $100,000 Cad in Funding to Women-led Tech Startups
Suzanne Knight, Vice President of Transformation Services at Walmart Canada

SUZANNE KNIGHT BIOGRAPHY

Suzanne Knight, MBA, MA, is an award-winning expert, keynote, and TEDx speaker, renowned for her practical insights on transformational change and the future of work. The founder of a global management consultancy, she has guided over 60 companies in 14 countries, helping them anticipate and adapt to change so they can thrive, rather than just survive.

In 2023, Suzanne co-founded a social impact organization that uses AI and human connection to help professional women navigate career interruptions. She is also a philanthropist, angel investor, and board member.

Over her career, Suzanne has held significant and influential leadership roles. She was previously Vice President of Transformation Services at Walmart Canada where her scope included digital and efficiency transformation, Head of Organizational Effectiveness and Change at Philip Morris International (Canada), Deputy Head of Deloitte’s Transformational Change consulting practice, and leader of the Ontario government’s Modernizing Services portfolio.

Suzanne holds an MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and an MBA in Finance and Strategy. Her contributions and impact have been widely recognized, with accolades such as being named on The Peak’s 2023 Emerging Leaders List (under age 40), Digital Media Zone’s 2023 Women of the Year, a finalist for Success Magazine’s 2024 Woman of the Year, and a nominee for Women of Influence+ 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year.

Suzanne Knight Topic Presentations

Suzanne Knight Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

Never Waste A Good Crisis: How to Lead With Intention in Uncertain Times

Relatable Authority in Action:  leadership That Connects and Drives Results

Create More Time: Unlocking Capacity, Focus, and Flow at Work

The Next Big Thing: Digital Transformation That Actually Moves the Needle

Suzanne Knight Speaking Testimonials

The speaker’s speech delivery was very clear and well prepared. The speaker participated in the rehearsal the day before the conference to avoid any potential errors, and communicated with a panel to discuss the panel session. The presentation materials were submitted on time and contained useful insights & info based on her expertise, together with adequate visual aid to help the audience’s understanding. The speaker’s interview was also very precisely written, providing sources for more background information.

Ashley Park

Manager, Media Business Department
ChosunBiz

We invited Suzanne Knight as a keynote for one of our VIP client events. She was funny, engaging and her tips, real stories and education woven throughout her keynote, left our clients feeling like work, life, balance was possible and left excited to put her insights to work. A few of my clients even booked her for their own events following this. We can’t wait to work with her again!

ERIN BRECKBILL

Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Peter & Paul’s Hospitality Group

Thank you very much for your participation in our event. Your presentation and discussions were most insightful throughout the entire program. Also, we are receiving rave reviews on your speech regarding how retail industry should adapt to AI technology. It was an honor to meet you in person, and we hope to invite you again in another lucrative opportunities in future.

Consumer and Retail Forum 2024

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible contribution to TEDxEtobicoke. Your journey and story have not only inspired everyone in the audience but have also empowered them to take action and strive for greatness in their own lives.

TEDxEtobicoke Lead Organizer

  On behalf of the entire Alumni Engagement team, we would like to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for your contribution to CONNECT ’24, our annual Alumni Forum. Your discussion and insights were incredibly informative, engaging, and elevated the event. We appreciate the time and effort you put into preparing for the panel and for sharing your knowledge with us. Your expertise and perspectives on how to navigate in a dynamic world were invaluable. The feedback we received from attendees highlighted the immense value they gained from your session. Your contribution had a significant impact on the overall success of the event. Thank you again for your participation and...

Schulich Schulich of Business - Alumni Forum

I’ve seen Suzanne in action a couple of times, across a range of transformational topics and events. Each time she brings a strong enthusiasm for change, and a keen eye for practicality and usefulness in her recommendations.

Hannah Yardley

Chief People and Culture Officer at Achievers

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